Characters & Builds

In Mario Kart DS, your choice of character and kart significantly impacts your racing performance. Each character falls into a weight class, affecting their speed, acceleration, and handling. Similarly, karts have unique stats that complement different playstyles. Understanding these nuances is key to finding your perfect 'build' for any given track or game mode. This section will break down each character, their weight class, and recommend kart pairings to help you optimize your setup for victory.